Lost River district, West Virginia
Lost River district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Lost River district is a geographic entity located in Hardy County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,624. The land area covers 176.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,624 | ±470 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.3 yrs | ±6.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,130 | ±196 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,079 | ±248 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,130 | ±196 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 949 | ±215 |
| Median Home Value | $160,600 | ±$49,244 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,055 | ±$558 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,154 | ±$26,194 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,982 | ±$6,559 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.1% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 406 | ±200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,086 | ±217 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.3% | ±10.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 14,335 (2024)
ID: 191804
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF FINANCIAL
204 WASHINGTON ST, RM 111, MOOREFIELD WV 26836-1155
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Baker, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Baker, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Moorefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Moorefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Moorefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Moorefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Petersburg, WV | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Mount Jackson, VA | |
| 4 Nearby | 3-17 | EDINBURG, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College
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College | 11.3 mi away | 316 Eastern Drive, Moorefield, WV, 26836-0000 |
3044348000
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BASYE-ORKNEY SPRINGS LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | AIRPORT ROAD, BASYE, VA, 22810 |
(540) 856-8084
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HARDY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 102 N. MAIN ST., MOOREFIELD, WV, 26836 |
(304) 538-6560
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SHENANDOAH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 514 STONEY CREEK BOULEVARD, EDINBURG, VA, 22824 |
(540) 984-8200
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GRANT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 18 MT. VIEW STREET, PETERSBURG, WV, 26847 |
(304) 257-4122
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MOUNT JACKSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 5901 MAIN STREET, MT. JACKSON, VA, 22842 |
(540) 477-3327
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NEW MARKET AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 160 EAST LEE ST., NEW MARKET, VA, 22844 |
(540) 740-8650
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VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 175 N. MAIN STREET, BROADWAY, VA, 22815 |
(540) 434-4475
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FORT VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 6190 WOODSTOCK TOWER ROAD, FORT VALLEY, VA, 22652 |
(540) 933-6714
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MOOREFIELD 1 SSE, WV US, located 10.6 miles from Lost River district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.2° | 20.3° | 31.3° | 2.17" | 6.6" |
| February | 46.3° | 22.1° | 34.2° | 1.71" | 4.9" |
| March | 54.5° | 28.5° | 41.5° | 2.86" | 4.2" |
| April | 66.9° | 37.6° | 52.2° | 3.09" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.3° | 48.5° | 61.9° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 57.6° | 70.4° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.0° | 61.3° | 74.1° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.5° | 60.1° | 72.8° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 52.4° | 65.9° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.6° | 40.6° | 54.6° | 2.47" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.0° | 29.8° | 42.9° | 2.04" | 0.8" |
| December | 45.7° | 23.7° | 34.7° | 2.30" | 4.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basye CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Orkney Springs CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Conicville CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Hudson Crossroads CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Moorefield town | Town | 11.6 mi | — |
| Columbia Furnace CDP | CDP | 12.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5403191968. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.